Malagan Labadama: A Tribute to Buk Buk
Author(s)
Title
Malagan Labadama: A Tribute to Buk Buk
Publication Type
Language
eng
Location
Papua New Guinea
Keywords
rituals malanggan
Panatgin
New Ireland
Relevance to ICH Safeguarding
Description
For the people of the Mandak region of New Ireland, the most dramatic and complex ceremonial events in their community are those surrounding death. The creation and presentation of the malangan labadama, with its carved figures, masked dancers, and feasting, is the final tribute by the three brothers of Panatgin village to their deceased clansman, Buk-Buk, a renowned leader from their area.
Publisher
Institute of Papua New Guinea Studies
Place of Publication
Boroko
Date of Publication
1980
Academic Field
anthropology
ritual studies
Community/Ethnic Group
Panatgin
New Ireland
Contributor
Active Contribution
Papua New Guinea, FY 2024